Robert Mitchell
About Robert Mitchell
Robert Mitchell serves as the SBU Technical and Business Development Manager at Fort Wayne Metals, where he has worked since 2011. He specializes in designing and manufacturing miniature wire rope and cable assemblies for medical devices, leveraging his background in mechanical engineering.
Work at Fort Wayne Metals
Robert Mitchell has been serving as the SBU Technical and Business Development Manager at Fort Wayne Metals since 2011. In this role, he focuses on the design and manufacturing of miniature wire rope and cable assemblies specifically tailored for medical devices. Prior to this position, he worked as a Product Engineer at the same company from 2004 to 2011. His experience spans over 13 years in his current role and 7 years in product engineering, contributing to the development of advanced medical technologies.
Education and Expertise
Robert Mitchell earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Union College. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his specialized knowledge in application engineering and marketing of medical wire, tungsten wire ropes, and related products. This expertise is critical in his current role, where he applies engineering principles to develop innovative solutions in the medical device sector.
Background
Robert Mitchell has a significant background in the medical device industry, particularly in the design and engineering of high-performance microcables and assemblies. His work emphasizes the importance of miniaturization and performance in medical applications. He has developed wire and cable-based products for robotic surgical instruments and digital surgery applications, showcasing his commitment to advancing medical technology.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Robert Mitchell has been involved in creating advanced endoscopic instruments that feature articulation and rotating multi-axis capabilities. His contributions to the engineering of medical devices have focused on enhancing device actuation through innovative microcable solutions. His work has played a role in the evolution of surgical instruments, particularly in the context of robotic surgery.